Crawl space

crawl space

[′krȯl ‚spās]

(building construction)

A shallow space in a building which workers can enter to gain access to pipes, wires, and equipment.

A shallow space located below the ground floor of a house and surrounded by the foundation wall.

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Crawl space

The space under a suspended floor needed for access to services.

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crawl space

crawl space, 2

1. Any interior space of limited height, but sufficient to permit workmen access to otherwise concealed ductwork, piping, or wiring.

2. In a building without a basement, an unfinished accessible space below the first floor which is usually less than a full story in height; normally enclosed by the foundation wall.

3. A creep trench.

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